1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 900 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
Model | Cutlass | Today |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |